Senior Manager, Consulting - Farm Management Consulting

Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change.

Make an impact with our Consulting - Farm Management Consulting as a Senior Manager. This diverse team of professionals specializes in streamlining processes and discovering innovative ways to enhance efficiencies. As a trusted advisor, you'll provide comprehensive analysis and strategic guidance that empowers clients to achieve optimal business performance while building a sustainable, competitive advantage.

MNP is proudly Canadian. Providing business strategies and solutions, we are a leading national accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Canada. Entrepreneurial to our core, our talented team members transcend obstacles into opportunities and are successfully transforming mid-market business practices.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the delivery of consulting services such as strategic planning, business planning, feasibility studies, process improvement, performance improvement, organizational effectiveness and analytical studies
• Responsible for leading multiple projects and project managers for the Performance Improvement & Operational Excellence team
• Plan, conduct and provide leadership in data collection through primary, secondary, comparative and best practice research, including interviews, focus groups, facilitated workshops, surveys, review of client data, direct observation, published reports, internet research and direct contacts
• Execute financial modeling, business planning, feasibility studies, strategic planning, operational planning, program reviews, program redesigns and other forms of project-based management consulting assignments
• Accountable for managing project financials (use of resources, budgets, WIP, timely billing, collection, variance recognition)
• Facilitate collaboration with client engagement team prior to commencement of client work to discuss roles and responsibilities, risk areas and project metrics
• Think strategically about client needs by quickly gaining an understanding of their business, their organization, operating environment and key risks
• Identify ways to maximize the relationship with clients and deliver added value
• Maintain high quality control by reviewing work done from other team members for accuracy and completeness; provide feedback to team members
• Monitor project timelines against targets, adjust where necessary; advise clients of project status and seek clarification on discrepancies, where applicable
• Leverage team appropriately to ensure proper documentation is prepared for the client and procedures relating to the file are followed accordingly
• Promote MNP advisory services through the delivery of presentations, writing articles, facilitating workshops or participating in community activities
• Develop a thorough understanding of MNP's services, businesses and industry
• Raise awareness of MNP through discussions at community events including client and company sponsored functions
• Network in the local business community and consider business development opportunities
• Contribute to the development of new ideas and approaches in order to improve work processes
• Assist in and support ongoing improvements in project methods and development of technical knowledge
• Assist in promotion of MNP Consulting through the support and development of presentations, articles, workshops or participating in community activities
• Mentor, motivate and coach team members towards professional and personal development by setting clear expectations, providing feedback and addressing performance issues promptly
• Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary

Skills and Experience

• A bachelor's degree in business, technology, engineering or other related field
• Completion of a master's degree in business is considered an asset
• 7 to 10 years of consulting experience, ideally in a client service environment
• Completion of a Certified Management Consultant Certification and/or Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt Certification are considered an asset
• Strong finance and accounting analytical capability
• Experience in project problem diagnosis, solution development, client communications, decision making, documentation, managing client expectations, project profitability and team leadership
• Experience in business and practice development

With a focus on high-potential earnings, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards that support our unique culture and a balanced lifestyle to thrive at work and outside of the office. You will be rewarded with generous base pay, vacation time, 4 paid personal days, a group pension plan with 4% matching, voluntary savings products, bonus programs, flexible benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, MNP University, a flexible 'Dress For Your Day' environment, firm sponsored social events and more!

We embrace diversity as a core value and celebrate our differences. We believe each team member contributes unique gifts and amplifying their potential makes our business stronger. We encourage people with disabilities to apply!